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At a glance: The ONWARDS insulin icodec trials

A round-up of the ONWARDS phase 3 clinical trials evaluating the novel weekly insulin icodec in people with diabetes.
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Open Access Gestational Diabetes Review

Metformin for the treatment of gestational diabetes

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The use of metformin as a treatment for gestational diabetes is controversial, but it costs less than insulin and is administered orally. This review assesses the available data on metformin’s safety and efficacy for mother and child.

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Insights into gestational diabetes

Gestational Diabetes Review

How do genetics, epigenetics, and the microbiota contribute to the development of GD, what might the consequences be for the offspring, and how might these factors be addressed by healthcare interventions?

Hypertriglyceridemia in pregnancy

Dyslipidemia Case Study

Discussion of two cases of hypertriglyceridemia during the peripartum period and when to use a lifestyle and dietary approach versus a pharmacologic approach to avoid severe complications.

CGM beyond type 1 diabetes

Open Access Type 2 Diabetes Review

A review article exploring the benefits of continuous glucose monitoring for all people with diabetes and those who have non-diabetic glycemic dysregulation.

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Insulins Clinical Trial Summary

At a glance: The ONWARDS insulin icodec trials

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A round-up of the ONWARDS phase 3 clinical trials evaluating the novel weekly insulin icodec in people with diabetes.

Developed by: Springer Medicine
Type 2 Diabetes Podcast

Using CGM to optimize type 2 diabetes management with non-intensive insulin treatment in primary care

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With the growing importance of primary care in diabetes, this podcast discusses the evidence on continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) use, the role of primary healthcare, and practical tips for interpreting the ambulatory glucose profile (AGP) report. 

Supported by: Abbott Diabetes Care

Prof. Samuel Seidu
Developed by: Adis

Current Reviews

The association between noise and pregnancy complications: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Pre-Eclampsia Review Article

Pregnancy complications are diseases occurring during pregnancy that are not directly caused by pregnancy. They include a variety of conditions such as hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP), gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), and …

Comprehensive data on the relationship between KCNJ11 polymorphisms and gestational diabetes mellitus predisposition: a meta-analysis

Gestational Diabetes Review article

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) refers to abnormal glucose tolerance detected during pregnancy in women without a history of diabetes, impacting the health of both mother and fetus [ 1 , 2 ]. Despite decades of debate on standardized screening …

Metformin: Past, Present, and Future

Metformin REVIEW

Today, metformin is the most prescribed glucose-lowering medication worldwide and is also being explored for potential therapeutic applications beyond diabetes management. Its rich history and ongoing research shape its role in modern medicine.

Advances in clinical research on glucagon

Type 1 Diabetes Mini-Review

We are now celebrating the 100th anniversary of the discovery of an important pancreatic hormone, glucagon. Glucagon is historically described as a diabetogenic hormone elevating glucose levels via increases in insulin resistance and hepatic …
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Keynote webinar | Spotlight on diet and diabetes

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An expert-led symposium exploring the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes through dietary interventions. Highlights include discussion of the recent EASD guidelines, therapeutic diets, food types and processing, plus psychological factors that influence patient success, and the drivers of healthy eating and diabetes control.

Prof. Mike Lean
Prof. Falko Sniehotta
Developed by: Springer Medicine

Further Reading

Early age at menarche and the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus: a cohort study

Open Access Obesity Original Article

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is the most common metabolic complication of pregnancy. GDM’s prevalence is estimated at 9–14%, with a worldwide variation due to several socioenvironmental factors (maternal age, weight, nutrition, etc.) and …

Gestational diabetes perception profiles based on attachment style: a cross-sectional study

Open Access Gestational Diabetes Original Article

Gestational diabetes (GDM) is one of the most common complications in pregnancy [ 1 ]. Timely detection and good glycemic control are crucial in preventing adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes [ 2 ]. However, achieving target glycemic control …

Pregnancy After Bariatric Surgery—Experience from a Tertiary Center

Open Access Bariatric Surgery Original Contributions

Enhancing gestational diabetes mellitus risk assessment and treatment through GDMPredictor: a machine learning approach

Open Access Gestational Diabetes Original Article

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) is defined as glucose intolerance that is first diagnosed during pregnancy and can have serious consequences for both the mother and the baby [ 1 ]. GDM is characterized by impaired glucose tolerance that …

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